upside 1 of 2

Definition of upsidenext

upside

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preposition

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Recent Examples of upside
Noun
Price target of $175 implies almost 40% upside for the stock, which is having a rough year like so many others in software. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 2 July 2026 There are at least 11 strong buy ratings and the consensus price target implies about 24% upside. Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Preposition
Louisville City slapped the New England Revolution upside the head 2-1. San Antonio Express-News, 6 June 2018 Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him. Marcus Hayes, Philly.com, 24 Apr. 2018 See All Example Sentences for upside
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upside
Noun
  • Working from home also has downsides.
    Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 29 June 2026
  • Just make sure to fully consider all of the possible benefits and downsides before making a decision.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 29 June 2026
Preposition
  • An increase has not been formally agreed upon and is still under evaluation, officials said.
    DJ Simmons June 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
  • Since Köhler's early work, researchers have conducted similar experiments involving an out-of-reach reward and an object to stand upon in birds and elephants.
    Ari Daniel, NPR, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • There can be some volatility in aging curves, especially at this point in a player’s career.
    Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • The implication for investors is that the belly of the yield curve — intermediate maturities in the three-to-seven-year range — offers an appealing balance of income and rate sensitivity.
    Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Preposition
  • Before the World Cup, Dioz provided employee uniforms for events including Super Bowl LIX and Copa America, which may have given it a leg up on the FIFA contact.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Fox News Digital has reached out to the University of Minnesota research team for comment on the matter.
    Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Beginning Monday, the focus shifts to whether there is enough evidence for a trial and if the death penalty is warranted, said Paul Cassell, a University of Utah law professor and former federal judge.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • Mamdani has agreed to overtime shifts as long as 12 hours for the NYPD.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Preposition
  • In the last year, Actor’s Equity has filed at least seven labor complaints against Casa Bonita with the National Labor Relations Board for retaliation and refusal to bargain.
    Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
  • Kurtz will join teammate Shea Langeliers, who won his fan election to start at catcher for the American League with 65% of the vote in Phase 2 against Alejandro Kirk of the Blue Jays.
    Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Mega-ships like MSC World America offer seemingly endless activities, from an onboard comedy club to the Lego Family Zone and the Cliffhanger swing ride.
    Nathan Diller, USA Today, 28 June 2026
  • Obviously, Devers put a pretty good swing on it and hit off the foul pole.
    Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 28 June 2026
Noun
  • But instead of trying to make the turn, Diene laid the ball off for Baker, who buried a one-timer into the left side of the net.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026
  • Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley There may still be questions about whether the romance between Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley was genuine, and their secret, quick-turn overseas wedding didn't help matters.
    Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026

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“Upside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upside. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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